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Yeah, I haven't seen the other variant in quite a while.

Thanks!! 😊

Thanks bud! 💪💪

I wouldn't spend more than $100 on a Greenlight model! Almost 400 euros is nuts. So yeah, keep looking for older AWs instead! 💪💪 And thanks!

​@@DiecastNewb No problem. Thanks for your opinion. Nearly 400 euros is much much to expensive for this model. You are right. These older AW models/ERTL Authentics are really nice. The interior on this 1:18 Auto World 1970 Dodge Charger from 2013 looks aweseome. Yesterday I found here in Germany a special offer for the 1:18 ACME 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS/6 in grey with black stripes and red interior. New and 20% off the regular prize (only in this week). At the moment I have at home enough space, because I sold again some older and less detail die cast models. So I bought this 1:18 ACME Chevelle. The engine bay and everything under the car (brakelines,...) looks awesome on this model (I have seen some photos and videos). Have an awesome day 🙂

I totally forgot that version 2 of this one was coming. Looks great with the red interiors. Kind of reminds me of Greenlight's release (which I reviewed months and months ago), but better quality for sure

Yeah, this metallic color looks great when the sun is hitting it!! Thanks bud!

John will be releasing a variant with Rallyes and red interior. I actually like these wheels, saw them (and have them) on my Taxi Challenger as well.

If the taxi had the rallys id be all over it or the original gmp dog dishes where they were held on by magnets

Well, you could always mod it lol 😋😬

Awesome my friend!! These are definitely detailed and like I mentioned, one reason I did not get one was due to the color. But a cool muscle car nonetheless! Great review and glad you enjoyed it! Now you get to wait for the Authentics to arrive!

@@DiecastNewb Hello again. Thanks. An awesome job from ACME this Pontiac. Compared to the best GMP model, this Pontiac only don't have a rotating driveshaft and no working windows like on the 1:18 GMP 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee Hemi in go mango. But from the upside inside the door (driver side and co-driver side) you can see the acyrl window inside. It is like both windows are lowered down. Very nice detail. I am not an expert, but for me this Pontiac model has the 400ci-V8 with Ram Air IV inside the hood. On the package is a notice, that it is an 455ci!?!? I can be wrong. Have an awesome day :)

Hello again. Since yesterday I own my 1:18 Auto World/ ERTL Authentics 1971 Dodge Charger 440 V8 Six Pack with pop-up headlights in gold. I bought this one on EBAY from a seller in Poland (new). Everything worked fine. This model is from 2016 (50 years Dodge Charger from 1966 to 2016). Number 655 from 1002 (limited). This Auto World Charger has all the amazing details: seatbelts, working driveshaft, funktional suspension, a highly detailed and wired engine,...... I am really happy with this model. The hood, the doors, the trunk, the headlights fits perfect. Sometimes older muscle car models are a little bit better then the new ones (1:18 Auto World). Best regards Chris

Really cool, love the paint! Thanks for watching.

Agree. Thank you for watching!

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Yeah, and they will be harder to find as years pass, so hold on to them.

@@DiecastNewb Oh yes. For sure. I buy now these premium 1:18 Auto World muscle cars to keep them. For protection I bought now three 1:18 model car acrylic display case with a leather base in black. The other car models are in my showcase

Well, this is a "Street Fighter" release so Acme takes some liberties in terms of stance, wheels, features, etc.

It's awesome! Thanks!

Just searched for that Lime color, looks damn cool! And it sure turned out great. Let's see what other variations Acme does after this and the black one.

Yeah, I think you are right. The end result was excellent. Thanks for watching! 😊💪

Yeah, I don't think I had seen such high a number from them. Maybe they thought they'd sell a bunch of these and really, I hope they do!

Oh yeah. Just so you know, Ertl had a very detailed line called "Authentics"! These are the ones that had the best features such as the ones you are listing. AutoWorld owns all of the Ertl tooling including the Authentics. 1970s, 1971 Chargers are Authentics so, yeah, pretty cool. I have more reviews of these. There are other Authentics releases. For the money, they are great even though they are old tooling. Not perfect, but hardly any model is. Enjoy this very expensive hobby lol

@@DiecastNewb Oh yes. This Auto World Charger can stand against the ACME/GMP models. Thanks for the info. Today I received my 1:18 Auto World Dodge Charger (1971). The blue on this one is in the sunshine so beautiful with all the black stripes and so on. And a very unique interior in blue. My model has the same issues with the door on the drivers side. It dosen't fit perfect. Beside of this fact everything is really fine. Auto World should produce more 1:18 muscle cars like this one (details + features). Have a nice day

@@chrisflorian4308 glad you liked it! And yeah, you should find quite a lot of "Authentics" out there. There are a couple of recent and upcoming releases such as: www.autoworldstore.com/products/american-muscle-1966-dodge-charger-hardtop-mcacn-1-18-scale-diecast?_pos=55&_sid=c5f292a03&_ss=r www.autoworldstore.com/products/pre-order-american-muscle-1971-dodge-charger-r-t-mcacn-1-18-scale-diecast-due-august-2024?_pos=95&_sid=c5f292a03&_ss=r That you can check out of keep a look out. Thanks.

@@DiecastNewb Thanks for your help. The 1966 Dodge Charger looks really nice from Auto World. The details on the engine are amazing from the pictures. I really didn't think about the year 1966 of the Dodge Charger. A badass car with the Hemi.

Thank you. And yeah, I actually try to avoid having black cars because they are usually fingerprint magnets and for some reason, at least where I live, they seem to deteriorate faster. But yeah, that release looks cool and I think it comes with removable dog caps for the wheels.

@@DiecastNewb Oh yes, fingerprints on a black car is a problem. That's right, this ACME car model also comes with removable dog caps for the wheels. Overall a really nice and detailed Pontiac. I can give you a feedback and a short revie on this 1:18 ACME 1970 Pontiac GTO coupe, if I buy it

I have my fair share of GTOs, but yeah, this is my first "racing inspired" GTO and it looks great. Will definitely look for a few more.

Yes, I actually saw the Ertl one and it actually looks quite good but yeah, this is definitely a few steps above! And indeed, since I'm not a car guy, I usually read up on the models I get, this one is no exception. Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊💪

Nice! I saw an article of a meet or something of that nature with a sample of each Tin Indian released. Again, not a fan of "racing" car looks but man, those sure do look pretty

New-ish... It might have been re-released a couple of years ago (2022 sounds about right in my head lol). Thanks!

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You are correct. A lot of GMP models are a higher tier than normal Acme releases. Those two you mention are definitely awesome releases! 💪💪

@@DiecastNewb Thanks for your respond. For sure, these two GMP models are really beautiful. The working suspension and the details on the radiator grills and so on are awesome. I already pre-ordered here in Germany the upcoming 1:18 GMP 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner "Graveyard Carz" in yellow. Until now I don't know the release date, but I am excited for this model. GMP did a really good job on their muscle cars :)

@chrisflorian4308 I love their Roadrunners! From the style and design of the actual car, to GMPs execution

@@DiecastNewb Until now I don''t own a Roadrunner from GMP. It is nearly impossible for me here in Germany to get any older 1:18 GMP Roadrunner. So I am very happy about this new and upcoming model from GMP 🙂

Yeah, that's why I haven't bought many Greenlight releases lately (although still have a couple in my review queue). Quality has taken a nosedive everywhere but GL is way too loose. Awesome review/comparison btw! Thanks.

@@DiecastNewb Greenlight’s QC standards are very low nowadays, agreed.. older releases - if you can find them decently priced - are definitely the way to go. The TTA I got cost €49 in 2009 and is qualitatively on par with €250 GMPs today. Idk what’s happened with all these modelling brands. It all used to be so much better years ago!

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I do think it's a nice looking model. Not sure what the price is right now though but if it's higher than $150 or more, I'd probably think about it... Not because it's not good, but because I personally hate paying premium prices lol. Anyway, if you like it, go for it. If you are coming from Maisto, Bburago, etc, you are going to see the jump in quality on interiors, details and paint job. Good luck and enjoy!

Actually, no "Super Duty" Firebirds in my collection 🥺. I'll be on the lookout though. Thanks!!

Hello. Paid $56 plus shipping on 2020 for it. Via ebay. Thanks

@@DiecastNewb Thanks, it's a beautiful version of this model. I asked because I just bought the same model in the Yellow new in the box for $41, $51 with shipping and tax. I think it's just a regular American Muscle, but the details are just a bit better than on some of them. I love all the "High Impact" colors from the classic Mopar muscle era, purple, red, yellow, panther pink, orange, and they all have cool names for the color. Anyway nice model.

Curious Yellow looks great. And yes, these are normal Ertl's, not super detailed but for the price (they were even cheaper when they were released), they look pretty cool. I have a blue one with white interiors that's just awesome.

@@DiecastNewb As a collector I'm not a "completist" if you will, but I love these affordable Cuda's and Mopar cars and I reckon I'll eventually get four or five of the most colorful versions. I've got a cool Cuda in Pink Panther, that's an American Muscle Elite Edition so it's like middle class quality. And yours in Yellow. But I could see myself (if they're cheap) adding an Orang, Lime Green and definitely a Plum Crazy purple. There's no hurry, and I doubt I'll do more than that, those are the colors I really like the most. Well I could use a red one! lol.

Yeah, bought this one a month ago or so. Looks good but not a great model IMO. Thanks!

Although this is an older Ertl model and not a recently released Acme, the color and overall look is excellent!! I guess it depends on which color combination you are looking for and how comfortable you feel with flaws because new or old, they will for sure have some but as you say, you'd forgive it easier on a budget model. My opinion, Acme releases are very good but not perfect, Ertl Cudas look good but not detailed enough (engine bay, interiors). But if you like it, go for it! Good luck. And stay tuned for a couple more Cuda reviews coming.

If you only knew I use a cheapo cell phone for the videos lol. I TRY to have as much light as possible though, that makes things better. Thanks!

Totally agree. For $100, yeah, it's a tough sell! Thanks!

I definitely would have preferred the white variant. But this one is ok. Just wished AW actually put more effort on these castings. Thanks!

Thanks! Love these old designs